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Iulian Tihai

Cluj-Napoca

Summary

Experienced Data Analyst at Yardi and former Data Engineer at QubicsData with a strong track record in working with data and delivering solutions for big data projects. Committed to ongoing learning and skill development in the data development and manipulation field. Dedicated to providing optimal solutions for diverse data-related challenges.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Analyst

Yardi Systems
10.2021 - Current
  • Aggregated and analyzed large datasets from diverse sources, utilizing internal ETL tools, Excel, Oracle SQL, and Perl. I performed data transformations through Perl scripting, Excel, and SQL, regularly using Regex and SQL queries to ensure accurate and meaningful data manipulation.


  • Conducted data analysis aligned with company standards to uncover patterns, outliers, and trends within extensive datasets across various U.S. real estate markets. I frequently compared results to official public records, ensuring data accuracy and relevance.


  • Provided QA and support on Perl scripts and other process-related tasks, helping to streamline our workflow and enhance process efficiency.


  • Responsible for weekly planning sessions to set and monitor weekly and monthly goals, ensuring that targets were consistently met.


  • Manage daily deployments using GIT for version control and Jenkins for code deployment, ensuring smooth, reliable production updates.

Data Engineer

QubicsData
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Started my journey in data engineering by getting hands-on with Azure Cloud Services, Azure Data Factory, and Databricks, where I learned the fundamentals of building scalable data pipelines.
  • Got familiar with data transformation techniques using PySpark and Spark SQL, and began applying these tools to solve real-world data challenges.
  • Dove into Azure DevOps for version control, gaining insight into how collaborative development environments improve teamwork and project flow.
  • Built a foundational understanding of data modeling in Delta Lake, where I explored how metadata drives more efficient data processing and analysis.
  • Worked on projects that highlighted the value of metadata-driven data pipelines, helping me understand how data flows can be optimized for better performance.
  • Assisted with Databricks Workflow projects, focusing on how integrating metadata enhances automation and scalability in data operations.
  • Participated in early-stage discussions on the cost-saving advantages of cloud migration, specifically learning how metadata plays a key role in building efficient cloud-based data architectures.

Senior Analyst

Yardi Systems
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Part of a highly skilled and experienced team of analysts responsible for keeping the Matrix and EDGE products' data components up to date
  • Part of a large array of in-house processes which aim to collect new data relevant for the product
  • Using specialized governmental resources and subscription databases to conduct research and to analyze the US commercial real estate market
  • Provide quality feedback for team members.

Content Writer

Propertyshark
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Responsible for writing real estate related content articles for the Propertyshark blog
  • My work was featured in publications like Real Estate Weekly, The Business Journal, and Forbes, among others.

Process Leader

Yardi Systems
04.2017 - 07.2019
  • My main responsibility was to coordinate a team of approximately 8 highly skilled analysts
  • My team's responsibility was to offer feedback for research analysts in the Matrix team and to conduct QA processes before we launched a market
  • My goals were to maintain a balanced and friendly atmosphere within the team and offer support for my colleagues
  • In the time I lead the team, I did my best to back up our team members' individual development in their professional plan, as well as our development as a well-balanced group
  • As a result of these efforts, we were a balanced team of all-around skillful, fully prepared individuals to move forward to leadership positions or specialized roles, able to drive and have a positive impact
  • As QA process lead, I was able to impact the data quality of our products by implementing different systems to find out where data quality bottlenecks resided for the general activity and specific projects, as well as creating a road map to help develop better quality check skills for the research analysts which had the need to further grow in this direction
  • Besides the technical part, this effort consisted of careful coordination with the leads from each team, in order to ensure proper approach tailored to help each individual in need by finding the best manner to stimulate productivity (quantity and quality as needed) according to individuals specific needs.

Auditor

Yardi Systems
09.2015 - 04.2017
  • My main responsibility as a member of the Auditing team was to provide feedback for researchers in a timely manner in regards to data entered in the Matrix database
  • The entered data includes but is not limited to sales history, financing information, and various other details regarding commercial properties in different United States markets
  • One of my favourite projects was mentoring new employees into better integration with the team, and ensure proper communication during the first month, since this is considered essential in their development
  • This also included helping them familiarise with our tools, work methodology, research patterns, and so on
  • I took the lead in originating, developing and participating in various in-house projects which were supposed to improve work procedure and to improve our product.

Researcher

Yardi Systems
01.2015 - 05.2015
  • My role was to work on developing a database with sales, ownership, financing, management and leasing information concerning commercial properties in the United States
  • During this time, I was one of the top performers in the team, constantly reaching and surpassing my target.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in History -

Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca
05.2014

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Data Analytics
  • ETL
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Perl
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Creativity
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Fast Learner
  • Teamwork
  • Decision Making
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Communication Skills
  • Management Skills
  • PowerBi
  • Tableau
  • Creative Writing
  • Databricks
  • Azure Data Factory

Languages

Romanian
English
German

Timeline

Data Engineer

QubicsData
07.2023 - 01.2024

Data Analyst

Yardi Systems
10.2021 - Current

Senior Analyst

Yardi Systems
10.2019 - 10.2021

Content Writer

Propertyshark
08.2019 - 10.2019

Process Leader

Yardi Systems
04.2017 - 07.2019

Auditor

Yardi Systems
09.2015 - 04.2017

Researcher

Yardi Systems
01.2015 - 05.2015

Bachelor's Degree in History -

Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca

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